Ecuador contains photographic subjects from Quito's colonial streets to Galápagos Islands landscapes. The country features architectural monuments, volcanoes, crater lakes, waterfalls and national parks. Locations include the National Vow Basilica, Cotopaxi Volcano, Quilotoa Lake and cultural centers like Otavalo Market.
Quito, Ecuador
The neogothic structure measures 115 meters with stone spires and gargoyles. The observation platform is located at 60 meters elevation.
Latacunga, Ecuador
The volcano rises to 5897 meters and ranks as Ecuador's second highest summit. The symmetric cone carries a permanent snow and glacier cover.
Cotopaxi, Ecuador
The crater water lies at 3800 meters elevation in the volcano. The mineral water surface extends 3 kilometers and appears in turquoise color.
Quito, Ecuador
The street from the 18th century has stone pavement and Spanish colonial buildings with wooden balconies. It contains restaurants and traditional craft shops.
Baños, Ecuador
An observation platform with a swing on a tree at 2600 meters elevation offers direct views of the Tungurahua volcano.
Santa Elena Province, Ecuador
The 3 kilometer coastal strip features constant waves for surfing. The beachfront includes markets and restaurants with local cuisine.
Alausí, Ecuador
The mountain railway climbs 500 meters through zigzag tracks along rock walls. The route connects the towns of Alausí and Sibambe.
San Antonio, Quito, Ecuador
The 30 meter stone tower stands on the equator. A museum displays the history and culture of Ecuador's indigenous peoples.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
A three kilometer riverside promenade along the Guayas River. Features gardens, shops, a commercial center, art galleries and a botanical park.
Cuenca, Ecuador
City center with colonial buildings, stone paved streets and structures from the 16th century. Contains churches and squares.
Cañar, Ecuador
Archaeological complex at 3160 meters elevation with stone walls and Inca structures from the 15th century.
Baños, Ecuador
An 80 meter waterfall in the rainforest. Accessible through hiking trails and viewing platforms along the Pastaza River.
Loja Province, Ecuador
The national park contains 146,280 hectares of mountains, forests and valleys with documented presence of 800 bird species and 4,000 plant species.
Imbabura Province, Ecuador
This market operates since the 16th century and remains the main trading place for regional communities. Vendors display wool garments, traditional hats, alpaca clothing, wooden objects and agricultural products.
Azuay Province, Ecuador
The mountain landscape features 235 lakes between 3100 and 4450 meters elevation with alpine vegetation and cloud forest.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
The streets of this district extend for 400 meters and display wooden houses from the 19th century with Spanish colonial architecture.
Imbabura, Ecuador
The volcanic lake formed within a crater at 3246 meters altitude. Two large islands emerge from the water. A circular path provides views.
Riobamba, Ecuador
The volcano reaches 6263 meters as Ecuador's highest mountain. The summit extends farthest from Earth's core due to planetary shape.
Azuay, Ecuador
The town serves as a metalwork center. Artisans create jewelry from gold and silver using techniques dating to colonial periods.
El Oro, Ecuador
The mountain settlement at 1200 meters features colonial wooden structures from the 1800s. Gold mines operate here since before Columbus arrived.
Pichincha, Ecuador
This forest lies in the mountains at elevations of 1200 to 1400 meters. The hiking trails enable observation of 400 bird species and tropical plants.
Quito, Ecuador
The railway line runs 450 kilometers from Quito to Guayaquil. The route crosses Andean passes and valleys with views of the mountain landscape.
Pichincha Province, Ecuador
The volcano reaches a height of 5790 meters. It is the highest point on the equator and the only mountain with permanent snow fields on the equatorial line.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
The observation point with a white lighthouse stands 60 meters above sea level. From here one sees the city of Guayaquil and the Guayas River.
Quito, Ecuador
The building contains a museum of religious art, chapels with wooden carvings and a monastery section. The structure dates from the 16th century.
Esmeraldas, Ecuador
This volcanic gray sand coast extends for 8 kilometers. Coconut palms line the beach and local restaurants offer regional fish dishes.
Manabí, Ecuador
The local museum presents Manteña culture artifacts. The site includes mineral pools and stone structures from before Spanish conquest.
Quito, Ecuador
The three-story museum shows works by Oswaldo Guayasamín. The paintings and sculptures address indigenous peoples history and social topics.
Morona Santiago, Ecuador
The protected area extends across 517,765 hectares with three active volcanoes and various vegetation zones from lowlands to alpine.
Pichincha Province, Ecuador
The natural reserve contains highland areas with 80 lakes, several glaciers and a population of 100 Andean condors.
Orellana Province, Ecuador
The national park covers 9,820 square kilometers of rainforest with 600 bird species, 170 mammal species and over 4,000 plant species.
Cuenca, Ecuador
The Roman Catholic church measures 105 meters in length and 43 meters in width with blue domes made of Czech ceramic tiles.
Tungurahua, Ecuador
This stratovolcano rises 5023 meters above sea level. The mountain emits gas plumes and produces periodic explosions with ash fall and lava flows.
Quito, Ecuador
The main square of Quito features colonial architecture from the 16th century. Notable buildings include the Presidential Palace, Cathedral and Archbishop's Palace.
Pichincha, Ecuador
This protected forest spans 6000 hectares at altitudes between 1200 and 2800 meters. The reserve contains 400 bird species and 2000 plant varieties.
Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador
The dormant volcano reaches 4721 meters in elevation with three distinct peaks. Rock climbing routes traverse the steep walls of eroded volcanic structure.